IJR News — today's news from every sideElena Vasquez Why change the pool at all when the original design has worked fine for decades without any paint. Nicole Hardy The paint should help the pool reflect the monument more clearly for tourists. Derek Foss If the new paint really sharpens those reflections, it might make the whole memorial area look better for photos. Sam Okafor I hope the new paint job really does make the reflections sharper for everyone visiting the Lincoln Memorial. Marcus Bell Painting the Reflecting Pool should help keep the Lincoln Memorial area looking its best for visitors. Sam Okafor I still question spending money on cosmetic changes when basic maintenance around the mall gets ignored. Priya Raman Fresh paint might help the reflections but I doubt it will hold up long with all the weather and visitors. Chris Dalton They should focus on keeping the water clean instead of worrying about how sharp the mirror effect looks. Tom Gallagher I still think the money could have gone to fixing other park issues, even if the finish looks nice. Priya Raman A fresh coat might help the water look cleaner but it won't change the fact that the pool needs regular maintenance. Nicole Hardy A new paint job could make the Lincoln Memorial area stand out nicely without needing major construction. Rachel Meyers Staying in DC for one bill feels excessive when the Senate has other work to finish too. Jared Kim Tax dollars on cosmetic updates like this feel unnecessary when the focus should stay on preservation. Tom Gallagher Painting the pool to sharpen reflections sounds like a practical fix that could enhance the whole memorial area. 
